Does Ryerson pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ryerson employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ryerson. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ryerson?

70% of Ryerson employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ryerson 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ryerson?

Inside Sales Representative (67) , Outside Sales Representative (23) , Sales (13) , Sales Representative (13) , Account Representative (8) , Inside Sales (7) , Customer Experience Representative (6) , Machine Operator (6) , Operations Supervisor (6) , Graduate Student (5) , Manager (5) , Research Assistant (4) , Sales Associate (4) , Sales Intern (4) , Teaching Assistant (4)

What are the pros of working at Ryerson according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits a lot of overtime" ((in 34 reviews)); "Good Pay / Benefits" ((in 32 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 16 reviews)); "Company had a Great culture" ((in 15 reviews)); "Team work is good among coworkers" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ryerson according to real employee reviews?

"Upper management is highly over paid while workers are underpaid." ((in 13 reviews)); "They recently stole from the sales people via cutting quarterly bonuses after the quarter had ended." ((in 9 reviews)); "People truly leave bad managers, that statement is true, even though you realized the company isn't great." ((in 8 reviews)); "Long hours." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ryerson layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Ryerson layoffs and their outlook for job security at Ryerson in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Ryerson locations?

Chicago , Minneapolis , Houston , Lisle , Atlanta , Coon Rapids , Norcross , Charlotte , Little Rock , Phoenix , Dallas , Denver , Lancaster , Grand Rapids , Lansing , Greenville , Milwaukee , Jacksonville , North Kansas City , Downers Grove , Richmond , Kansas City , Saint Louis , Greensboro , Winston-Salem , Carrollton , Memphis , Cleveland , Columbus , Los Angeles

Ryerson reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(441 total reviews)

Edward Lehner

88% approve of CEO

78% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Culture & values

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Senior management

Ryerson has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 441 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ryerson employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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441 reviews

5.0

May 11, 2015

Endless career paths to explore at Ryerson

Supply chain manager

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Ryerson fosters a challenging and thought-provoking environment that makes every day different from the last. Employees are urged and rewarded for thinking outside the box. Ryerson provides its employees the flexibility to map out their own multi-functional career path for the 5, 10, 15+ year horizon. Excellent work/life balance.

Cons

The company operates in the metals space, so when there are adverse conditions in broader industry, it can create inherent headwinds for Ryerson and its employees.

5.0

Mar 31, 2014

Challenging & exciting growth opportunities

Operations

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are many opportunities for those that excel in the current position and willing to take on new challenges. It is a dynamic and fast paced environment that focuses on safety, employee development, and growth.

Cons

I have worked for many companies during my career, each with their own opportunities for improvement. Ryerson has continued to improve employee benefits, safety, training, opening advancement beyond traditional regional borders. The transformation has left many unable to change with the times and left them unsatisfied, however I believe the overall plan has begun to proven to be the right decision.

5.0

Mar 28, 2014

Emerging company with high potential to dominate metals industry

Inside sales representative

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CEO approval

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Pros

- Competitve salary and benefits - Excellent work/life balance - Ryerson Academy training program is intense and enable high performers to be recognized and developed - Opportunity to advance high, especially if relocation is an option - Takes new graduates with minimal experience and develops them into proficient employees

Cons

Must be able to adapt to constant change while maintaining high level of performance. Must be able to withstand negativity and push through those who do not want to change so that the company can reach its full potential in the metals market. Relocation is necessary for quick advancement if that is what you are looking for.

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